SERVES AS A LEAD NEGOTIATOR AND BUSINESS ADVISOR R

Duties

• Serves as a lead negotiator and business advisor responsible for all pre-award and/or post award functions for a variety of supply, service, research, and/or construction contracts.
• Performs all aspects of contracting for procurements that may be complex in nature and require extensive contract and subcontract administration.
• Develops contract-related documentation to include incremental funding modifications, preparation of rate and cost adjustments, redirection of effort, coordination of contract extensions.
• This includes, the incorporation of change orders, evaluating contractor performance, reviewing and analyzing contractor financial reports and other submittals.
• Develops contract instruments representing sound judgement and business acumen (e.g. proper contract type, pricing/other contract provisions, source selection, acquisition method, determination/findings, documentation, and propriety of cited funds).
• Coordinates with mission partners to develop overarching procurement objectives for program and construct contractual instruments accordingly including use of pricing arrangements, subcontracting goals, set-aside policies, and similar considerations.
• Plans the negotiation strategy, coordinates strategy with negotiation team, and conducts the negotiations with contractors to develop the contract prices and terms.
• Fosters a culture of engagement, diversity, inclusiveness, excellence and innovation. Champions NASAs commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Accessibility to create an environment that promotes a commitment to safety, integrity, and teamwork.